Gossip: Blues keen on Branthwaite
Chelsea are considering a move for Everton and England centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite, 22, while Tottenham could rival the Blues for his signature this summer. (Teamtalk), externalThe Blues are also weighing up a move for Borussia Dortmund's 20-year-old English winger Jamie Gittens, who could cost about £50m. (Guardian), externalWant more transfer stories? Read Tuesday's full gossip columnFollow the gossip column on BBC Sport
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